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Description

An antique black leather desk chair, circa 1870, featuring a buttoned backrest framed by a wooden structure with carved detailing at the corners. The seat is upholstered in black leather with a studded border. The front legs are finely turned and rest on brass castors, while the rear legs are gently curved. A well-proportioned piece with classic detailing, suitable for both period and contemporary settings.

Physical Dimensions

Height

88.5cm (34.84")

Width

47cm (18.50")

Depth

58cm (22.83")

Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Victorian Leather Desk Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1125604

Dealers Internal Reference

45955

Description

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A well-proportioned piece with classic detailing, suitable for both period and contemporary settings.

The Old Cinema

Physical Dimensions

Height

88.5cm (34.84")

Width

47cm (18.50")

Depth

58cm (22.83")

Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Victorian Leather Desk Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1125604

Dealers Internal Ref

45955

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The Old Cinema

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London
W4 1PR
United Kingdom

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ObjectDesk Chairs
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsButton tufting, Brass castors, Turned front legs, Brass nailhead trim
SizeH 88.5 cm (35 in) x W 47 cm (19 in) x D 58 cm (23 in)

FAQs

The Victorian era embraced functional yet ornate office seating, often featuring robust hardwood frames, upholstered buttoned leather, and ergonomic adaptations for writing desks and libraries.

Authentic pieces from this period typically utilise dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, combined with genuine bovine leather upholstery, horsehair stuffing, and brass hardware like castors and tacks.

Authentication involves examining joinery methods such as hand-cut dovetails or mortise and tenon joints, inspecting the patina on the wood and leather, and checking for period-correct brass castors and hand-hammered upholstery tacks.

Pairing this traditional seating with a minimalist modern desk creates a striking textural contrast, grounding contemporary workspaces with historical depth and refined craftsmanship.

Maintain antique leather by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and periodically treating the surface with a specialist leather conditioner to prevent drying and cracking.